Pianist in tears!!!. Most moving piano performance.

[@beethovennine]

“To play a wrong note is insignificant; to play without passion is inexcusable.” ― Ludwig van Beethoven.

[@101010odin]

music is giving you a way to express your emotions with a sound to share your feelings with the outer world

[@maea70]

Σας ευχαριστω κύριε γι'αυτό,π γράψατε!ναστε πάντα καλά!Απλά μας θυμισατε, ότι η κλασσική μουσική είναι ΑΝΘΡΩΠΙΝΗ!!!!!!

[@authorsamanthakathleencovi9831]

❤️❤️

[@fishyans908]

yeah ive seen that a thousand times

[@jerylbon6735]

agree!

[@shairuno]

there is no race nor language barrier when it comes to music.

[@Bluemax54]

Dont care for rap

[@libertybiberty8182]

@@intresting5413 lol wth that looks like a scam link

[@boardwalk2003]

@@Bluemax54 there's more than a few rap songs that tell very emotional stories and great stories

[@Solbashio]

@@Bluemax54 instrumental pieces

[@NeglegentDischarge]

Well that sounds great but really lots of songs revolve around words and there is a language barrier. It could be the ballad of the century but it wouldn't sound like that to me in French or spainish

[@Rhinestoneshark]

He doesn’t need to see the world, the world needs to see him

[@tlafleur8433]

You're a sage. what you wrote gave me chills. That's so correct.

[@bobolinkr]

What? Why? This is another ridiculous emotional statement that makes no logical sense!

[@liamc1102]

@@bobolinkr not everything needs to be understood with the intellect

[@snudge763]

Im 14 and thats deep

[@thehal991]

Profound...

[@kayemurley]

This brought tears to my eyes before I knew he was blind, and that he wrote it for the victims of the tsunami. Beautiful. (2023).

[@its.tranquility.]

HE'S BLIND!?!?!?!??!?!?

[@kayemurley]

@@its.tranquility. Since birth.

[@priscillajimenez27]

Just from his head down I had wondered if he was blind

[@kyoori2321]

彼のお父さんは産婦人科の医者です。彼のお母さんは元アナウンサーです。素晴らしいご両親です。お父さんは彼に盲目のピアニストと言われているうちはだめと言ったそうです。今はお父さんは彼を認めています。❤❤

[@micmillist2588]

When the soul speaks, the world listens.

[@vitaliykuloyans]

Really beautiful Performance

[@marissasarmiento9658]

Indeed. It touches the soul.

[@jasonantigua6825]

Can you give me an example of a soul? I need something to work with here!

[@jasonantigua6825]

@Menachem Mevashir How can we prove this is a soul?

[@sumitpal8842]

Please i want to talk you all spritually I want to be your friend

[@drk_blood]

I played with this guy. 1 or 2 years before the pandemic.. we were with the Romanian Youth Orchestra in the Enescu Festival and I remember that he brought cookies for all the members of the orchestra (he was the soloist). Everybody loved him, as a musician as well as a human being ❤️ he is blind, indeed, but he is full of passion and talent, a piece of jewlry, proudly representing Japan on the big stages. God bless him !

[@jodyann77]

That's so awesome!

[@BrodyBaddis]

what's your irl name? if you make good music, i want to hear it.

[@drk_blood]

@@BrodyBaddis thx, but I'm not giving away my real name on random places on internet. Also, I play in professional orchestras, I really don't have any recordings with me playing solo so.. thanks anyway :)

[@jodyann77]

@@BrodyBaddis what a dumb question, really? Instead of acting stupid why don't you just say I don't believe you! I mean why would someone make something like that up for no reason, really?! Just keep your comments to yourself if they're going to be like this

[@jodyann77]

@@drk_blood that had to be so amazing thank you for sharing it! That's a memory you'll never 4get I'm sure

[@grimlyreaper5364]

He not just playing a piano, he is playing his happiness, his anguish, his grief, his sorrows, and his soul. This is what it means to be a pianist “and musician”

[@muzafer1]

Beautiful

[@jadenphilander8799]

This is what it means to be a MUSICIAN

[@anntucker8588]

Amen!

[@kbreezy2025]

Musician*

[@kbreezy2025]

Music is so much more than just getting the right rhythms and notes. It’s the feeling that goes into it

[@codyking4848]

He's not closing his eyes because he's overcome with emotion....Nobiyuki Tsujii is blind, has been since birth. How amazing is that.

[@kainemarsh9001]

-_-

[@ER-uy7ct]

Duh?

[@Theothesleeper]

nope hes crying the title says so youre just jealous cus hes a savage and so am I

[@ashtonrivero9702]

@@Theothesleeperhe is indeed blind though

[@Theothesleeper]

@@ashtonrivero9702 I know im jk

[@angusdillon8755]

If you didn’t already know - he’s also blind; that’s why he has someone to escort him on and off the stage. Truly amazing this man is!

[@kellyhill1265]

Thanks yoda😇

[@shikhamishra6088]

This makes me surprised. I’ve been playing piano for years now yet I couldn’t reach his level, in fact it wouldn’t be nice if my skills and his are compared because I’m no match of him.

[@arch391]

I guess if you will try to see the world from his perspective it will be hard at first but then you will start noticing new things...You might reach his level but not his heart though...

[@MrMusicaify]

@@shikhamishra6088 I would actually argue that lack of physical vision will not hold back someone talented enough to reach the highest skill level on any instrument. On the contrary, I think piano is an excellent choice for someone who is blind, so he is making best use of the cards/disadvantages he was dealt which should be inspiring to everyone.

[@ggallin5080]

I was wondering how on earth he had his eyes shut the whole time

[@toxicharry3561]

"Music speaks louder than words." - Kousei Arima

[@leviackerman7110]

Omg yes... crying

[@mangaltonokram5120]

💕💕💕

[@aintthatsomefin4684]

*Watches Your Lie in April* I have decided I have always loved piano and will now become a prodigy!

[@kennylaughon6215]

Nobuyuki's tear of joy! It happens in that moment in time when your heart, Spirit, & mind are unilaterally touched & you know there is a good God! What an accomplishment! Bravo!

[@anonymousarmy4449]

Yes,,🤧

[@Carvisal]

They always wonder who’s the pianist? But never think *how’s the pianist?*

[@SaraADlady]

Your profile picture tho!

[@stevenr285]

Im 7 and this is deep

[@acidicpurple8559]

@@stevenr285 What are you doing on KZbin?

[@stevenr285]

@@acidicpurple8559 Bro im not 7 i just tried being funny

[@thomasb.3040]

Because nobody fucking cares. He only needs to play the piano. And he either does it well or he should fuck off from the stage.

[@funnykeeda1]

He is not blind, he can see what we can't! ❤

[@chopin9684]

And he can hear what we can not hear

[@Josephine_777]

“But blessed are your eyes, for you see, and your ears , for they hear what prophets before you have not” Matthew

[@satouoosugi2]

Many don't know the process he went through composing this piece. It was his "new" challenge at the time. He was interviewed by NHK and they filmed him during his journey in writing this piece of music. He voiced his pain in how this was unlike any challenge he had ever faced, and that playing music and writing it are completely different things. He had days of weeping and frustration, and he even questioned his qualifications as a musician. While some may comment how simple the structure of this piece is, it is subtle and subdued. Grandeur isn't always the answer to true art, and simplicity is often the language of the heart.

[@HUMBOLDT879]

Excellent thanks for more Information on this beautiful young man.

[@emdrmt28]

Beautiful words

[@jayhobson875]

Thanks for the bio

[@brabanthallen]

I understand that writing this piece for him was a difficult journey, just like the journey for the victims of the tsunami in Japan. You can here their journey in the music. It begins in a minor key and is very sorrowful, but it transitions into a major key, with the courageous promise of hope. The piece tells of a tragedy that brought out strength and character through struggle. The purpose of music is to invoke a feeling. Nobuyuki most certainly accomplished that with the composing of this beautiful piece of music. It has become one of my favorite pieces of all time.

[@chieftain5391]

True genius is evoking emotions from simple tunes or words!

[@Zalidia]

No matter how fast and accurate your fingers move on the piano, your music isn't complete without emotion.

[@beehives4343]

Guess this is what AI can't do.

[@yaserthe1]

You eat too much cheese

[@tanikbarman9839]

True

[@alexlinkinparkful]

Same for guitarists who like shredding.

[@Kevin-Kast]

True!

[@bizzleblue38]

This is why I have so much hope in humanity! A blind and very talented pianist performing a piece he made for the earthquake and tsunami victims of 2011! His tears show that his heart is broken as his performs! We could learn so much from someone with such a heart like his! I am in tears now and hoping that we can all put our petty differences asside and realize that at the end of the day we are all here together! Peace isn't something our government can create, peace is something that we our selves can obtain because it's in everyone of us!!

[@breadyonyoutube]

i wish everyone get this

[@mantirig4139]

Sorry but don't hold your breath

[@granny4920]

Wonderful thought!!!

[@IYogi019]

❤

[@howcomeihavesubs]

Wow

[@NatashaVamvakou]

Music is not about notes .. it's about feelings,emotions... Touches your soul,releases your pain

[@NatashaVamvakou]

@@tobys593 glad I made it 🥰

[@bobbeelman360]

Actually about both.

[@-overdooo-]

"Just because a man lacks the use of his eyes, doesn't mean he lacks vision." - Stevie Wonder

[@jeanwatson9831]

Or feeling!

[@sharonwells9593]

Some of the greatest pianist have been blind people.

[@charleaneason242]

Your comment is priceless!

[@dakdak3331]

@@sharonwells9593 and some have been deaf such as beethhoven

[@animemania9665]

He certainly loses his eye sight but no one can take the eye of passion in one's heart

[@vedantdesai1]

“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” - Hellen Keller

[@johnnewton8017]

Yes!!!!!!!

[@johnnewton8017]

@FlabbergastedGoose What exactly looked like Rosa Parks 🤣🤣

[@yacovlevi]

Not a good quote.

[@einsteinonblitz2345]

600th like

[@ruki4585]

Yes!!!

[@cdllc1956]

The power of music is stronger than anything else in the world, it can make even the strongest man cry - Ludwig van Beethoven

[@melillo1227]

This is true 🙂

[@RickTrading]

You are at my side all along, my true mentor, my guiding moonlight Ludwig, The Holy Blade

[@073p]

Ludwig van Beethoven it is not stronger than the influence of the Quran . ( Had We sent down this Qur'an on a mountain, verily, thou wouldst have seen it humble itself and cleave asunder for fear of Allah. Such are the similitudes which We propound to men, that they may reflect. )

[@deniz1603]

@@073p shut the fuck up

[@willwhaleys]

What about thermonuclear missles

[@yanagisk5770]

震災を受けた東北の民として 辻井さんに感謝申し上げたい 聞いてるだけで涙が溢れてくる 震災によって色々なものが失われて自分の友人も震災後しばらく経ってから自らの人生を終わらせてしまった この音楽を友人にも聞かせたかった この曲にはそれでも強く生きていってほしいという確かなメッセージが込められている 残された我々は人生にベストを尽くさなければならない 辻井さんありがとうございます

[@ashtilization]

Pianist in tears, I'm in tears, You're in tears. THIS IS RIDICULOUSLY BEAUTIFUL :(

[@breadyonyoutube]

༎ຶ‿༎ຶ

[@howcomeihavesubs]

Yes😭

[@SHinyHLlCpTR]

Agreed

[@mr.screenshot9452]

Yeah

[@dernathan3486]

I've never seen and heard something so beautiful like this

[@valeriejung4873]

When someone speaks from his heart, Everyone can hear it. When a musician plays from the heart, Everyone can Feel it.

[@dianefrank537]

Perfectly beautiful.

[@melizavenegas8789]

I second that. ⚘

[@officerjimlahey]

Not if they're amateurs.

[@cb6523]

Incredible!

[@NY-qf3xd]

The sounds he make are so pure. It’s like an Angel’s playing.

[@mageshpaulraj7799]

It's so😃😃😃 beautiful

[@TrollProductionsMC]

It's not him making those sounds, it's called a piano, you click on it and it makes sounds.

[@idontwqq]

@@TrollProductionsMC you know a piano key can make different sounds from every person because of many factors like emotions, pressions in your fingers, hands posture, talent ect. And piano is a difficult instrument to learn because of that. So he is a talented pianist indeed!

[@winger.]

papa mito Okay smartass.

[@JonnyBeoulve]

@@TrollProductionsMC It's not the piano making the sounds, it's the vibrational energy of air molecules being detected by the ears, you dingus.

[@LS-ti1rz]

That was played so damned perfectly. He didn't rush not one note. The melody breathed openly, wow it twas gorgeously performed. Such passion just perfect!

[@varalakshmidheenan4742]

Thanks

[@Fred-mp1vf]

Why do you feel the need to use profanity?

[@amgx9670]

he played his own composition

[@markthomas545]

I attended a performance in Hawaii, a blind man who played the piano, self taught pianist who, as a small child, used to lay under his bed and pluck the bed springs and make music. It was an amazing performance, watching his hands literally fly over those keys and not miss a single note.

[@da_n7574]

Wow

[@kakcooperrencooper3732]

That’s amazing. 😍

[@nickfiorenza5930]

Absolutely fantastic piece of music. So heartfelt. True talent. Thank you for putting a smile on my face, after a hard day. God bless you.

[@1Cor13.4-7]

Mark Thomas, as as visual person who plays piano with relatively good eyesight, one of my personal challenges is to play as if I didn’t. 🤗💕🤗 Thank you for this, another inspirational motivator.

[@paulzeng6211]

Amazing indeed. Can you check out my youtube channel? I play the piano too.

[@vinsmokesanji8059]

As a pianist, I can feel the emotion that he delivered.. The pain.. All is sincere truly from his heart to us...

[@bobeo56789]

I realize you are from “The lie of April”

[@vinsmokesanji8059]

@@bobeo56789 actually, the anime name is "your lie in april" :)

[@marlynducut2651]

your lie in april actually makes me love classical piano

[@dawnwinter8867]

💋🍹 感觉很好（你这个怪胎） kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJzRmn95l5Z3mLs

[@johngray1253]

Comment from Barbara Gray I feel the same as you do as a Pianist I think music is touching he is playing it beautifully, music when played properly is wonderful it's touching it's fun it's everything you'd ever want you can find it in music . music has been a very important part of my life , this is very beautiful.

[@APotatoWT]

This is probably the most peaceful comment section in KZbin

[@mibs1075]

Then I don’t think you’ve seen the thread of people fighting about anime in this comment section 😕

[@FlyHigh-tg3bf]

I think so:(

[@JourneymanLineman]

Affluence is a feature of classical music, education is a feature of affluence.

[@leotiritilli9698]

The piano playing in the background makes it that much better

[@xandrethejackofalltrades8633]

I just went through and liked all the comments

[@LemiDawit]

He lived music all his life. He didn't see but he saw a world through his music. PERFECTION...............

[@relaxmusic7317]

Played his piano very soulfully, a masterpiece that gives you goose bumps. Great performance

[@kalinakalina4356]

✨ kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJqTfIejgLh9ebc ✨🎶✨Greetings

[@musicallifestyle8199]

With love and light from reiki grandmaster

[@paulzeng6211]

Indeed. Check out my youtube channel thanks.

[@adanm904]

literally got goosebumps

[@Walnutpaste]

this guy is blind for anyone who doesn’t already know

[@M.I.D]

Whaaaaaaat fr fr 😮😮wow amazing 💪🏾

[@jamesmachirmusic5311]

@@M.I.D what 😳👏👏👏👏😭😭😭😭🙄🙄🙄✨✨✋✋✋😎😎😎😎that 🍆🍆🍆🍆🍆🥶🥶🥶🔥🔥🔥🔥🥶🥵🥵🥵🧍🏿‍♂️🧍🏿‍♂️🧍🏿‍♂️🧍‍♂️🧍‍♂️🧍‍♂️👑👑👑👑is🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🗿🗿🗿🗿🗿🗿🥶🥶🥶🥶🥵🥵🥵🥵🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢👀👀👀crazy

[@franceskinskij]

bocelli of piano

[@michaelroger6454]

Amazing 😬, ...🙏 respect

[@rimurutempest3826]

OH ....Thats why there are many comments about 'blind' ..

[@nguyenphamkhoi3012]

this is old but gold for me. He's blind, he was crying when he was playing, so admirable, respect him a lot. I was introduced this video by my love. she really love this performance, and I do too. great performance from a great man.

[@vigilanterocco5831]

Old? This masterpiece is as fresh since the day it was first written/played. And very tearful. Very....

[@vigilanterocco5831]

Nguyen phamkhoi: I never heard of a more poignant piano masterpiece. I couldn't hold back tears....

[@yaserthe1]

Cheese, cheddar cheese, fetta cheese, melted pizza cheese

[@vigilanterocco5831]

@@yaserthe1 Kindly explain what that means? Are you comparing the piano piece with very good food? I think so.

[@luckytheunlucky1157]

@@vigilanterocco5831 It's *"CHEESE"*

[@momoryu4130]

この公演の後、忙しい中、時間を作って辻井さんは被災地を訪れ手を合わせて祈りを捧げていましたね。 本当に思いやりのある心の美しい人だと思います。

[@Fred-mp1vf]

Thank you for sharing that! ❤

[@momoryu4130]

​​​@@Fred-mp1vf 彼は以前、長崎の原爆で亡くなった人々にも祈りを捧げていました。 彼は心が誰よりも美しく、そして神様の一番近くにいる人だと思います。 kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5qkf4V9o9OKgLssi=BJgIUuHND1J0YE_K

[@letsgolegends9718]

There are two types of pianists: Those who read the piece, And others who feel it

[@karaline202]

For me it depends on the song

[@littlebobby85]

Amen to that. I've been telling my wife for 35 years that "Music is something I *feel* ... not something I *do*. I aspire to play like this man, to feel what I play and express that emotion in every note. I'm certain there are those here that know exactly what I'm referring to 😊.

[@DavidBenton]

I can't believe I've watched this video a thousand times and never once noticed the cucumber.

[@margerygumpy1169]

a@@DavidBenton I ‘Kim x0d l f. L

[@vitaliykuloyans]

Really great Pianist

[@aaronstrange4927]

“A blind person quite often sees things clearer”. My mom would tell me this when I was often being stubborn. She went blind in her early 20s.

[@feminist098]

Damn. How old are you?

[@rhealapig6181]

😔

[@therealdanjo]

I hope she’s doing alright. I wish the best for both of you!

[@twopathsdiverge2452]

vivek patil bruh he doesn’t mean 1920s

[@raresdinu2305]

I feel you... My mom is, unfortunately, the same. This song is one of the loudest voice of a crying soul

[@ronhimusic590]

"The loneliest people are the kindest, the saddest people smile the brightest, and the most damaged people are the wisest. All because they don't wish to see others suffer like they do." -Anonymous

[@carolplasencia8295]

❤

[@ronhimusic590]

@@carolplasencia8295 Thank you! 💗

[@cathysalciccia7812]

That's a beautiful quote; how true.

[@Surfacekilla1]

📈💯

[@HoneyDubey23]

🙏🏼❤️

[@gloriab2240]

One of the most beautiful pieces I have ever heard in my lifetime. Absolutely brilliant.

[@LwmsMo]

Chopin's Etude 3 is also.

[@saucyguy9080]

I am japanese, and honored to have such extraordinary talent in my country. This is truly one of the most wholesome pianopieces i have ever heard

[@goldarizona73]

I'm from Phoenix Arizona USA, and I agree with you 💯 % Truly extraordinary

[@EvHateisForbidden]

I can say the same as being Georgian.. I’m being proud of Khatia Buniatashvili a georgian maestro

[@Toebor-sz2lv]

no you not

[@socrates6511]

yooooooo, you're japanese, anime people

[@joepaul1763]

Thank you for sharing him with us 🇺🇸

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

He may be blind, yet has greater sight and vision than most will ever experience. We are thankful that he has the bravery to share his gift with others.

[@vigilant3263]

I respect that thought.

[@korubi.coffee]

I think he would also not want you to be so judgemental of others.

[@Gulliot]

It's not judgemental, it is the truth. Being able to share his emotions through his music is an incredible gift not many possesses. Do not see your point here honestly.

[@SlNlST3R]

He was born blind. No judgement here

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

JuicemanBill Please explain how I was being "judgemental of others".

[@MrSmackdab]

As a professional musician and someone who has played for over 50 years, attended Berklee for 2 years and studied every creative musical genius from Bach to Billie Eilish; this guy is beyond excellent. Excellent in his writing, his expression and his execution. He moved me to tears as well.

[@ezorist]

Wow

[@dowlernatasha1396]

Do not include Billie Eillish as a genius. She is far from being a genius.

[@johnjmass9335]

@@dowlernatasha1396 yes I agree. I was gonna reply the same. Its an insult to the real genius's

[@gv100_blitz]

Hmm Billie eilish? Idk. But I think his voicing is just decent, same for the writing. Rhythm and structure are kind of 2d ngl

[@DespicableBunny]

Okay. No one cares about your background

[@warmwoolsoxgood4559]

So moving. When I read of its creation for the tsunami victims it had such impact on my soul. Incredibly beautiful work by an incredibly beautiful person.

[@momoryu4130]

はい、彼は10年以上経った今でも、被害に遭った人達を勇気づけ傷ついた心に寄り添っています。 とても優しく心が美しい人です。

[@christopherjohnson771]

When you understand the context he put into this peace, it brings so much more value to this already beautifully performed music. What pure God given talent this man has. Bless each one of you reading this post. I hope you find peace in your life from your daily battles.

[@prun3e]

Same to you my friend. All the best 🤗

[@michaelsaenz2028]

Thank you we love you

[@ayodeleawodeji822]

Amen, you too!

[@April-ts6wh]

Amen

[@akojiekeyi9854]

Amen and Amen. Same prayer from me to the Almighty for you and your family. May your life be as sweet and beautiful as this piece of music and performance in the Great Name of Jesus. Amen.

[@mariannekimmusic]

As a pianist, I'm hoping to give this kind inspirations to the listeners. This is such an awesome moment to watch him play this moving piano pieace.

[@abetnegopurba4729]

Selamat anda mendapatkan uang tunai sebanyak fuyt

[@all6380]

you can do this!

[@abetnegopurba4729]

@@all6380 gfvb

[@angiyikuswela]

You’ll need to be more than a pianist to do this to us..

[@jamesalbertt1516]

Hello Marianne, You’ve got nice taste in music.

[@ferdinandocoluccelli9574]

I love you, Nobuyuki, your soul is so beautiful! A warm hug from an old italian man. God bless you.

[@Janeman69]

Seeing your comment now in combination with the music and what is happening in the world and specially in your beautiful country italy had me fighting with tears.

[@ferdinandocoluccelli9574]

@@Janeman69 me too in reading your kind words, Jan. Thank you very much for your warm wishes. I hope that our world will exit from this more strong and more loving. God bless you and protect you. a great hug from me.

[@patriciadaniel529]

What a beautiful soul you are..stay safe my friend

[@ferdinandocoluccelli9574]

@@patriciadaniel529 you are so kind, dear Patricia! I wish you a warm deep tenderness and a bright path. Take care of you, sweet soul, you are precious.

[@rahmaayuindahati7100]

God bless you too. How are you now? We from Indonesia pray for italia

[@foxtrot100]

The blind pianoist sees the hidden melody of the soul, and with skillful hands teaches mankind the meaning of having eyes to see, and ears to hear. Music is the language of Heaven.

[@sarahxbee]

He did not "burst into tears". That's completely untrue. He was weeping, but composed the entire time. He was born blind and learned to play piano by hear. Simply amazing.

[@davea0511]

Agreed that he didn't "burst into tears", in fact expressions like that are not that uncommon for people who were born blind. It doesn't mean they're crying while making that expression.

[@boqueen-mu8nq]

one can see the tears falling....

[@davea0511]

my bad ... I didn't look closely enough. you're right.

[@DrEvil-ot9ps]

Dewey Cox learned how to play the guitar without even having a sense of smell. 🤔

[@Ghrostillo]

Dr. Evil that's impossible!

[@bonniemacdiarmid2770]

I have played the piano for 60+ years and I teach piano as well. I love original compositions and this one is beautiful. I would have thought he was thinking about a scene by the water - so calm and peaceful - but some of his chords express the tragedy he experienced. He may be longing for the way it was before the wave hit; for loss and suffering by his people; the key change is so good; well done young man. I am very proud of you.

[@MrWalker1000]

is objectively very good unlike what some are saying. you describe it perfectly well. Japanese culture is about peace and harmony. This sounds like a studio ghibli film!

[@nathan7579]

madam you're so right😭

[@Julie-sz6tl]

Bonnie MacDiarmid i very much agree with your visualization!

[@felicisimarhine9740]

Beautiful music he is good.

[@virgil291]

@@hwstudiosww4449 ...moron is the best compliment for a total ignorant like you....do not get me started......sit back and enjoy ,if you are able,I doubt, a great emotional performance....and if you don't....and have nothing to say......just don't embarrass yourself in front of everybody.

[@patrickkoh1056]

he is blind yet blessed with eyes in his heart for music....

[@babadihatti1126]

patrick Koh how did you know

[@Ana-vj8by]

Bhomik Kataria 3:05

[@garynicol3746]

patrick Koh probably the gayest shit I've heard this year

[@Jerry-hp5sf]

Gary Nicol you're an idiot.

[@garynicol3746]

Jerry Granata Why are you calling me an idiot?

[@fatoomgierdien110]

So refined So compassionate So elegant So simply So beautiful Thank you. Cape Town ❤️

[@colbyandbrennen3543]

When a musician feels raw emotion like this it connects your soul to the music

[@kalinakalina4356]

🌷 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJqTfIejgLh9ebc

[@AkaAyemi1727]

Yes👍

[@margaretbarstow6951]

Thankyou MusiC good for the soul .

[@sonyagriffy]

He sees with his heart, and feels with his soul. Like it should be.

[@kalinakalina4356]

🌷 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJqTfIejgLh9ebc

[@zantelion1052]

Beautiful words Sonya! I totally agree with you .

[@evilvileroth]

Makes sense

[@starkfaktory6920]

Like it should be indeed

[@jamesalbertt1516]

Hello Sonya, you’ve got nice taste in music.

[@MatthieuLolWut]

People disliking and saying the song wasn't technical enough to be appreciated forget that this was played for the victims of the 2011 tsunami. Nobuyuki Tsujii is one of the best pianists in the world, oh and hes BLIND! Go watch the video where he plays La Campanella...... He's incredible.

[@StoneCoolds]

Well they are a minority, you know that minority that think disliking everything its badass and they are keyboard champs that destroy their enemies 1 "ok boomer" at the time lol

[@phoenixfire8226]

@@StoneCoolds ok boomer

[@StoneCoolds]

@@phoenixfire8226 lol ! you r 1 ok boomer closer buddy! Good job, here grab your best last place trophy! 🏆 🎆✨🧨🎉

[@phoenixfire8226]

@@StoneCoolds ok bomer

[@StoneCoolds]

@@phoenixfire8226 🏆🎉🧨✨🎆

[@melaniemeehan5201]

Gosh, not sure I ever heard anything so passionately played on a piano. From the very first notes, he went deep into my soul with his playing. Yes, pure genius. Thank you Nobuyuki Tsujii for bringing such passion to others

[@hob.]

What a wonderful song! There’s a famous episode in here, Japan about him. To the question “what do you wanna do first, if you could see?” - he answered “I wanna see my mom” How clear mind!

[@cliffschultz8254]

That made me cry.

[@elly7176]

Holy crap while I was listening to the piece it reminded me of my mom a gentle but strong feeling he probably made this for his mom, wow shows how powerful music is.

[@kimf.3262]

Your lie in april vibes

[@hob.]

@@kimf.3262 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqDGpKqkbsuBrLM

[@kimf.3262]

K. Y. Damn he’s blind but very good playerrr wow

[@skyjet1919]

That man, has a wonderful, blessing heart.. God bless him, his family, and his soul.

[@BastardLoser]

Your comment was nice and then I see papi franko in your profile pic

[@ya2466]

that's cute, but your profile picture turns me on

[@davidhertzberg]

At least 16,000 people died in the March 2011 tsunami that hit Japan, and it is for these lost souls that Nobuyuki Tsujii weeps. His composition is a simple, heartfelt memorial to this great tragedy. Mr. Tsujii is a prolific composer and first rate pianist; he embodies great love, sincerity, warmth and in my personal estimation was put here on earth to remind the rest of us of what it is to be human. He is a miracle if there ever was one.

[@buiewynn6975]

Well said! Thank you.

[@uwuwuwu525]

davidhertzberg amen

[@davidsimpson9647]

davidhertzberg Wonderfully said

[@tiamia7139]

Van Cliburn played with the same warmth and humanity. He was a beautiful soul.

[@AimForMyHead81]

davidhertzberg well said

[@user-ln3nr5lg9s]

This song gives me chills because of how good it is. No matter how accurate and beautiful the notes are, the emotion is what gives a song it’s beauty. Great job.

[@TaipanJobLim]

Even if he is a blind pianists, he has the gift to play and listen with his heart than many of us who dont even know how to play the simplest of keys or tunes even if we aren’t blind. God has gifted him to make us appreciate what a wonderful life we all have to inspire others with what little way we can

[@ohokay9237]

God bless all brother. God bless all....

[@dougraddi908]

Whatever

[@bennynkosi7128]

Wow😢such a beautiful piece. Music is the universal language. Love from South Africa❤

[@keaganfouche1544]

I'm happy to see another ZA supporter of Nobuyuki Tsujii's music! :) ♥

[@deepsky7206]

stop killing white people, asshole

[@brendabrown7864]

Benny Nkosi yes it is. Absolutely Beautiful love the way he plays touches my soul 🕊 so much passion ♥️🌹♥️

[@lest6590]

@@deepsky7206 thats fuckin racist. Stop bein racist, asshole.

[@jasmijnariel]

Music is not a language,music is the key to the part in our soul that we try to hide, because that part is vulnerable or broken... music is the tape when we try to survive, the medicin when we are sick. Music is the love we all share

[@nvvam7597]

Some of you just don't get it. Even though it isn't incredibly difficult composition it doesn't mean this piece was ordinary. This piano player can play anything you put in front of him but he created this piece in memory of a tragedy and not to awe an audience with a technical master piece. He put so much emotion into it and this was his motive. The timing, emotion, and feel are truly genius but these small yet significant facets of great piano playing are lost on those who simply would rather criticize what they do not understand.

[@julieevans9700]

+nv vam Perhaps I can bring this to a practical level: The Wedding March is a simple piece, and yet many brides and grooms have been so touched by the reason it is being played, they cry. Doesn't have to be complicated to have real meaning and feeling. This young gentleman has brought his heart and soul to this piece, and that is priceless!

[@eddyvideostar]

+nv vam Nv vam: This was an excellent comment. You are exactly correct.

[@alinoprean]

+nv vam it's when the emotion is expressed in sounds, music and any kind of art ... that's when masterpieces like this get the chance to get to the surface :)

[@eatapazooky]

+nv vam he is also blind

[@Bella-yd4ke]

Bruh you just reminded me of " Your lie in April"

[@spmoran4703]

A true musician feels the emotion of the composer and the piece of music . This is a perfect example of this .

[@rockingrandma4711]

Many viewers are asking for the title of this music, so here it is: In English - "Still, we live on" In Japanese - "Soredemo ikiteyuku" He composed for the victims of the fateful and dreadful day of March 11, 2011 in Japan. RIP

[@lorele1949]

I’ll research this song..also I will never forget that day on 3/11/2011 because I was there and the feeling like someone’s hand was shaking our building and it scare me so much..we survived it but will never forget it🇯🇵

[@rockingrandma4711]

@@lorele1949 I'm so sorry that you had to experience such a rare tragic event.....but you're still with us on this Earth.... for that, I'm happy for you!

[@thuhanoi7857]

Thank you

[@kitakou]

日本に来てくれてありがとう。地震のせいで怖い思いをさせて本当にごめんなさい。あなたのような人が地球上にいてくれて、日本に訪れてくれて、日本を楽しんでくれて本当に嬉しいです。心から感謝しています。

[@usaneebeilles9510]

@Rockin' Grandma Thank you for the info. 🙂Have a nice day.

[@zavoix]

the people saying this piece is too “simple” or “boring” are the ones who don’t actually understand music

[@msupup02]

Alex Reinfield : couldn’t agree more. Just look at the structure of Fur Elise.

[@meesterSmeeth4182]

"You have to listen to the notes he's not playing." -Another Pretentious nobody

[@flormaria6450]

Alex Reinfield or art

[@akai4real26]

@@Gabi-dt7jn It's an elegy with serious reflection as to what happened with the Tsunami.. It's a beautiful piece for a different scenario.. Nothing in this is boring.. unless you count your sorry ass life being unskillful and fucking boring.

[@Gabi-dt7jn]

@@akai4real26 i like how your comment just pretended to be classy and elegant just to go balls to the walls flame

[@jeddyhi]

The human spirit is one of the most powerful and beautiful things in this world. Sometimes it manifests itself in music, sometimes in words, sometimes on a canvas. But always it comes from the heart.

[@hadnt2379]

No such thing as spirit.

[@tommygunn8968]

+ThaDeltaGamer .... There is no such thing as spirit? Stick to games where intellect and spirit are not required..

[@glory6230]

+ThaDeltaGamer so you are a moving machine? Because your body is where your spirit is

[@Sehazze]

+ThaDeltaGamer edgy

[@connilane3945]

It comes from God. All beauty and harmony come from God within us.Music speaks to the soul and the soul is God.

[@patriciacrosby5053]

This was so so moving to me, just excellent, beyond the angels. So beautiful. May God continue to bless this young man. What a gift, to receive before going to bed. Looking forward to more performances. Best wishes ♥️♥️🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Ryzen_56X]

This is a real musician who plays from his very deep soul and heart, bless him !!

[@Aberixer]

agreed!

[@sravankumar6153]

yeah agreed kudos to this guy

[@ludwigvanbeethoven1495]

also what is amazing is that being blind he can play with such emotions from his heart

[@valentinag.7633]

+Ludwig van Beethoven he is?

[@isaackis3476]

+Valentina G. yes he is

[@LoveThyNeighbourMusic]

Very Respectable person! I wish all people on this planet were like him. So pure ,simple and humble. Jealousy is ugly. Respect one another. May peace on earth!

[@Discusser]

Jack Pintian You do realise that if we were all blind, we wouldn’t be able to do anything.

[@Discusser]

Rohan Ghaisas He said I wish all people were like him. He’s blind.

[@gracewen1330]

Yes Yes yes

[@llkk9900]

Just because the guy's blind doesn't mean I have to like his composition. It honestly sounded like shit.

[@davewalker2739]

Boxing

[@ewayneamusic6782]

I had the privilege to see him in concert and meet him after his concert...The Japanese consulate were sitting right next to me in the audience...He is totally blind and has been since birth...Being a pianist (Ewaynea) myself, I was very touched with his performance...A very humbling man and great pianist... He won the Van Cliburn award, I forget what year...But that is a very prestigious award for pianists...

[@erickaholman1371]

The Spirit of God and Love comes through his hands when playing the piano.

[@feliciaguzman9885]

Peaceful

[@patfarr3898]

Eway Nea Bon

[@saulvillagomez6350]

I would listen to his playing all night long and go to all of his performances if I could!❤❤❤😊

[@mryolo8820]

"Will it reach her?"- Kousei

[@fluin8433]

Damnnn this comment hit different :((

[@rajeevjuneja5584]

Fuck why you gotta remind me of that show man now Imma cry till morning

[@EndgameT_T]

Your lie in april?

[@EndgameT_T]

i think Forest of Piano is better

[@cxmyg_6967]

i was looking for this comment :(

[@jamesgordon1949]

11K people did not like this...that’s kinda scary...

[@mig1017]

It really is. Some people will look for the bad in anything and some will look for the good.

[@cookiesstealer1760]

They are KZbin's bots actually

[@schizophrenicpilgrim2754]

They were probably blind too and one of there friends recommended it to them and they missed the like. Or they are fucking stupid

[@zarinashad5681]

@@cookiesstealer1760 yup

[@Haraenul]

Or people who don't like music as a whole, which i also can't understand.. It's like rejecting a good deed or leaving a kid crying..

[@SBSmitty]

Honestly, one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever heard! Thank you, Nobuyuki!!!

[@saintilienwaulney7420]

Yeahhh

[@duanegantt5792]

Yes and a thousand times YES!!!!!!

[@paulzeng6211]

Very comforting. Can you check out my youtube channel?

[@kelvin5820]

he wont be seeing this man...

[@111LMBL]

Suddenly time didn’t exist ….only The pianist, His Pain, his Joy, his Amazing talent & my gratitude !!! Thank You Tsuji !!! You truly are AMAZING!!! 🌅🙏🏽💜🎵🎶🎼 🎹 🙂

[@RM-mm9sr]

What kind of expression: His eyes can’t see, but it can cry…the true expression of a noble soul

[@BlackWat3rGTR]

He was playing with pure emotion, just feeling it. No need to see where your hands are when they are being guided by the soul.

[@kyceraxviolet]

😂😂

[@lorinacautivar5599]

He’s blind but he got the clearest vision. 🥺

[@ChubskulitRose]

I agree. I can see but can't play like he does.

[@Billyg215]

What you said is so true. Why because he plays it from the heart.

[@squaisheynugget3777]

@@patricksquire8438 honestly I would rather be a blind pianist then a deaf pianist because you could then hear your beautiful melodies and peices

[@chemislife]

@@squaisheynugget3777 Beethoven was truly a cursed man not being able to hear his brilliant works.

[@cianonpiano6806]

That's a beautiful yet true thing you've said. Thank you.

[@zero5496]

There’s an old Chinese saying, 3 min on the stage 10 years of practice off the stage

[@albertliu7103]

Zero Almost there, actually it’s 1 minute on stage :D 台上1分钟，台下10年工

[@pipluppenguin9051]

Yup

[@aidan840]

Yes and no. If you've been playing for 10 years then youve probably done some youth stuff

[@zero5496]

Kamuii well that’s why the likes of you will never do anything significant, no offense it’s just competence require unholy amount of practice

[@realmccoy]

Believe me, no one needs 10 years of practice to play that dreadful piece. It sounds like something out of a 6 year old’s piano recital.

[@darrenadams4088]

Music Speaks, When words fail. Simply Beautiful.

[@03333032]

Blind musicians are always with the best performers, they hear the most, they play with the heart the most.

[@andrewsheridan612]

That's a bit simplistic, isn't it...

[@DannyBoy-yy3bs]

Beethoven be like: Am I a joke to u?

[@liamc1102]

@@andrewsheridan612 Use your heart

[@Sarah-vm4id]

Andrew Sheridan no it‘s Not

[@andreeavirto3231]

@@andrewsheridan612 It's simple because you can see.

[@churchbellomuboye636]

he's crying but still playing perfectly. Focus.

[@dipaksenapati4814]

Who is listening to this soul moving performance in 2020

[@llzedstylishundercover4206]

me

[@dmam2974]

❤

[@nasstardallen6417]

Dipak Senapati 🗣🙋🏻‍♂️

[@Poison_Dreamz999]

Coronavirus 2020. State is on 14 day self isolation. Hope everyone around the world s staying safe and healthy.

[@deloresclark1287]

Me, I’m listening, it breathtaking

[@chrisg2630]

I just had the pleasure of hearing his music. I don’t know much about piano music, but I do understand passion I’m a hard rough around the edges kind of guy I work in the oil fields of West Texas and I’ve had nothing bring me to tears as fast as this.

[@bastianpate-uc5hd]

There is harder work I work on the fields of a farm, we grow food, do weeding for many hours under the sun and harvest food, raise cattle and break wild horses. We work from sunrise to sunset, monday to monday and this since I was a child.

[@judyreardon2344]

I don’t care what people are saying...for me it was beauty from the heart and I love the simplicity of pain and sympathy pouring out of his fingers...thank you for such beauty...

[@williambunter3311]

Judy Reardon; the pain pouring out of his fingers was because he trapped his fingers under the piano lid!

[@judyreardon2344]

William...shame on you...you know better then that....

[@williambunter3311]

@@judyreardon2344 This man is a fine pianist, and the fact that he is blind makes his talent all the more praiseworthy. However, what I find rather sickening , Judy, is the emotional hyperbole of so many comments. Talking about 'pain pouring out of his fingers', for instance, and another comment comparing this music with that of Chopin, are the signs of wallowing in emotion for emotion's sake. The tsunami was violent and killed many, and left multitudes without loved ones. But to compose a deliberately mushy piece of music, and read the comments of people who try to deliberately immerse themselves in manufactured pathos, are extremely distasteful. It's rather like the idiots who sang 'don't look back in anger' after the Manchester atrocity, when anger accompanied by retribution would have been the proper response. And let's face it, Judy, the music is pretty average when listened to as a piece of music without the added layer of crocodile tears.

[@epointerwinboie]

@@williambunter3311 Very repetitive composition, I agree. But, I gotta give it to him for composing his own song and playing it so well. Ignore those who compare him to Chopin, but rather listen to what he has accomplished as a blind pianist.

[@judyreardon2344]

SealMusic I agree on that about his repetitive creation, but in the same token none of us know his mental capacity. I am concerned in our society we are so quick to find fault before we ever consider what some people go thru just to create simplicity at its best. William we have become so cynical and hopefully with time we can become a kinder society again...😋

[@BP-fx3qc]

the kid is blind but can play better than most of us ever will. respect.

[@littlebobby85]

I've been telling my wife for 35 years that playing the piano isn't something I DO...... it's something I FEEL. I know there are those here that know EXACTLY to what it is that I am referring. And this man demonstrates that perfectly. IMHO that is.

[@kayala986]

To be honest dude, it is exactly like what u are saying, sometimes I cry while playing pieces like this....

[@marilynalexander5446]

I play I feel its like a heart beat inside your body and mind its in your soul its as near to heaven as I can describe its pure love

[@wellingtonaviationchannel634]

I play guitar, its the same thing here

[@Watt.S.Studios]

As a pianist, I completely understand

[@louisstepman5728]

As a black pianist i completely understand ( im white btw)

[@andrewlozier1365]

May they all rest in peace. Experiences like hearing this for the first time in my life is truly extraordinary. What passion.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@victorpabustan6134]

Music is universal. We just can't fully understand why it brings us to a different level in this world. We just can't miss the greatness in musician like him. A true genius!

[@xXiklititiXx]

Because it makes us stop thinikng words but feel. Try meditation^^ focus on breathing

[@もちもち-j1u]

My mom always played this since I was a little kid. I’m so glad that she’ve made me listen to all these masterpiece played by him.

[@abdullahelogail9385]

What is the name of the piece

[@edilbertlacson8699]

Title please.

[@partojoyo5821]

@@edilbertlacson8699 elegy of the tsunami nobuyuki tsujii

[@thomasriddle8877]

@@edilbertlacson8699 i believe this is suppose to be his original composition, But the beginning does sound similar to something else, I cant think of the name right now.. It was probably inspired by that song.

[@mr_tete]

@@thomasriddle8877 try Chopin or Debussy. Nobuyuki favourite composer is Chopin, so maybe he got inspiration from one of Chopin pieces. And it certainly sounds similar to Chopin as well.

[@Ritukoraty]

*"Life is like a piano. Black keys are pain and white keys are happiness. But you need them both to play the music"*

[@GTInflatables]

perfectly said

[@TheAudibleSun]

If you play the black keys alone you hear pure harmony, same for the white. Its when moving from one to the other that there is perceived tension.

[@spoongodess]

*Laughs in key of C*

[@hardik-venturepiano1962]

Completely disagree! how can you say black keys to be pain

[@petchai4814]

this is straight cringe and lowkey racist

[@darekg9630]

The language of humanity, no borders, no prejudice, timeless.

[@Eliel_Piano]

9k dislikes... sometimes I wonder why this generation is so heartless. This guy has such a pure heart.

[@salamonxd6692]

it’s for the people who doesn’t like the sound on this great piano music (i play piano btw)

Eliel203 9,000 almost doesn’t register on a pie graph next to 28,000,000. Please get a grip.

[@HelloWorld32111]

done dislike

[@tirezarne5266]

Eliel203 some people will never understand how this world works...

[@GimmeYourBlubber]

Adrian you should be comparing the 9k to the 292k, in order to get the proportion of people who actually decided to press either button, instead of the people who could’ve been unable or been too lazy to do it. The ratio is roughly (292k) 32:1 versus (28mil) 3111:1

[@MrHenbis]

Nobuyuki Tsujii is born blind. He exhibited an exceptional prowess for music at an early age. At the age of two, he began to play "do re mi" on a toy piano after hearing his mother hum the tune. He began his formal piano study at the age of four. In 1995, at age seven, Tsujii won the first prize at the All Japan Music of Blind Students by the Tokyo Helen Keller Association. In 1998, at age ten, he debuted with the Century Orchestra, Osaka.

[@k.kslider3507]

Wait..isnt his yourlie in april in REL LIFE

[@k.kslider3507]

Wait no

[@k.kslider3507]

The main vharacter was deaf not blind but still very cool

[@asifsiyal4995]

Soul ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Keurlock]

Amazing

[@kellymiller9099]

Wow, what gentle and moving hands he had. Incredible talent.

[@sharmistha1916]

The humility with which an artist bows and appreciates the applause, is a thing of beauty that is to be cherished forever.

[@gt-lv3zo]

it's a Japanese thing that more of us could learn from

[@emeraldvlogs9035]

I'm trying to cover this beautiful piece

[@peskybee1367]

I was just scrolling through the comments before watching this. And right when it began and the like, climax of the song came, I saw a comment that said, I have 20/20 vision and he sees better than I do. Then I read it over and over again, only to realize that one of the most emotional pianists...... is blind. I am now finding myself crying, and praying that one day I will meet him. He is now a huge inspiration of mine. I wanna write a book about someone like him because I am planning to become an author. He is truly amazing.

[@MrR4nD0mDUd3]

TokyoGhoulFangirl 281 major in music theory. it should help :]

[@handohall3406]

TokyoGhoulFangirl 281 you know Beethoven right? He was deaf the last 20 years of his life.

[@geoffthedonkey2295]

TokyoGhoulFangirl 281 I've seen him live in the UK. His Rachmaninov 2 was very disappointing and his composition here is truly awful, lift music at best. I'd stop praying to meet him if I were you, it's really not worth it.

[@laurabrown1955]

wow, you have no insight into the soul.

[@shaneelnaicker2000]

TokyoGhoulFangirl 281 mum f this Olli

[@Shadenxox6]

You know damn well when a music piece can make a grown ass man cry, just shows what music truly is. Great job Nobuyuki, you might not be able to see but you are able to move emotions, and that is what a true pianist should value and prioritize.

[@Staywild09]

Such a pretty piece! I love how compassionate he is when he plays this song.

[@lindagonzales9049]

What I see in this beautiful young man and Beethoven who could not hear is the soul within And the passion that will not quit.

[@ewouthonig371]

That is a myth. Beethoven was not deaf when he composed. Only in later life his hearing got worse to almost none. That's when he wrote his worst pieces, by the way. So much for passion.

[@shilloshillos]

Ewout Honig which exactly are his worst pieces that he wrote when he was deaf?

[@juliefenwick9126]

this kind of music is good but not something I wouldnt listen to it all the time

[@willashland]

Yeah... like his Ninth Symphony. Pretty horrible that thing was, fucking idiot

[@davea0511]

So Ewout I hope you realize all these comments were aimed at you.

[@emmabradford1786]

The second he started playing I felt like I understood. I play piano, flute, guitar, and am learning violin...His feeling was so impossible to explain, the amount of passion, sorrow, greaf, and strength that was put into this piece is priceless. You can truly understand that he feels with sound, it's even more amazing since he was born blind. This made me cry so much. ❤

[@lynnzachry6869]

me too 😢

[@YesSirPhil]

Emma Bradford do you teach me how to play guitar, Emma?

[@emmabradford1786]

just watch youtube videos, that's how I learned guitar and flute. I learned Piano by books

[@monjun4940]

Emma Bradford

[@brandonbarnes2719]

Emma Bradford He was played this song in memory of the great east Japan earthquake letting the piano play his sorrow.

[@ReltubTheWiz]

That music, played by that beautiful man has brought tears to my eyes. He truly has a wonderful gift, I didn't realise until the end that he is blind. He is just so lovely and his music is wonderful, full of love, sensitivity, compassion, kindness and gentleness, The very best of humanity. God bless him.

[@morrisgotschall1588]

Elizabeth Butler hallleluyah

[@randwickchiropractor]

just beautiful ...

[@lizzieekpendu7665]

It came from his soul. simply real.

[@kaymcguire7685]

Elizabeth Butler i didn't know this thank you 🐧

[@jtreal]

His Emotion & Passion created a tsunami of emotions for me! Beautiful Performance!! 👏💯❤🙏

[@Medic99]

He plays from his soul. Outstanding!

[@vigilanterocco5831]

God Almighty is guiding him play this outstanding, tearful piece!!! Or gave him the gift. A piece like this created by a no less blind person. Wow!!!